Question

Solve for x.

6 – 3(2x – 4) = 2(1 + x)
A.
–2
B.
0
C.
–1
D.
2

Answer 1

Use the distributive law. and balance each side of the equation.

Answer 2

Distribute the other side! 2+2x

Answer 3

6 – 3(2x – 4) = 2(1 + x)
Expand the brackets to get:
6 - 6x +12 = 2 + 2x
Collect like terms
6 + 12 - 2 = 2x + 6x
16 = 8x
div both sides by 8
x = 2

Answer 4

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